The Errand Boy (1961)

In the heart of Hollywood's bustling film industry, the executives at Paramutual Pictures find themselves in a financial conundrum. The money seems to be mysteriously evaporating, and the studio heads are determined to unravel the mystery. Their solution? They need a spy, an insider to expose the studio's secrets. Enter Morty S. Tashman (Jerry Lewis), a timid paperhanger whose 'S' intriguingly stands for 'scared'. While hanging paper outside their window, he unwittingly impresses the executives with his unassuming demeanor and is hired on the spot. Thrust into a world of glamour and intrigue, Morty, now working for the enigmatic Mr. Sneak, begins his undercover journey in the studio's mailroom. This role grants him access to the labyrinthine studio lot and the opportunity to slip through the studio's convoluted inner workings. Yet, Morty's knack for causing chaos seems to supersede his spying skills. As Morty bumbles through a series of comic misadventures, he finds himself more adept at stirring up havoc than uncovering financial irregularities. From the mailroom to the corporate boardroom, Morty's antics result in a delightful cascade of chaos, entertainingly distracting from his original mission. Intrigue, humor, and a dash of chaos, "The Errand Boy" weaves a charming tale of an unlikely hero navigating the tumultuous sea of Hollywood's golden era. As Morty stumbles, fumbles and bumbles his way through, the film offers a delightful exploration of the behind-the-scenes world of movie-making, where not everything is as glamorous as it seems.

The Errand Boy is a comedy movie featuring Jerry Lewis.

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